WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL (OVERFLOW)

[retellers]

WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL (43 remain) Whatever each character was doing—chatting with friends, going to bed, saving the world—ceases. In fact, it's likely nothing more than a groggy memory now, as they open their eyes to unfamiliar surroundings. Apparently, they took a nap right in the middle of a small town, plopped outside on the paved road. Ow? Oh, but it looks like they've been given a goodie bag. Everyone likes gifts, right? Inside, it contains: - a single random one of the following headbands and sparklers - packets of tea - one unlabeled pill - a rock that resembles the galaxy - if they're of age, a mini bottle of alcohol; if they're underage, a can of Mountain D*w Baja Blast instead - a singular condom - a single random one of these pillows (how did this fit?) - a handheld device Should they boot up the device, the screen helpfully informs them that it's a Participant Help System (PHS). Not much on it, but it does have a few apps, including a memo one for taking notes. There's also a messaging system, though it's only capable of receiving messages, not sending any. As a matter of fact, there's an alert for a new message already. Maybe it'll explain what's going on. Good evening, everyone. Uh, how are we sure they’re arriving in the evening? Just say “hello”! Or “greetings”! Greetings is fancy, right? Oh that’s true. Greetings, everyone. That’s better? Yes! Except maybe we take out the that’s better part in the final version. Will do! We’re sorry that we’re not here jklk oh no how do i erase what i wrote. Where is the question mark. Help press backspace. What is a backspace it’s written on the keyboard. Do you even know how to read? right now. There are a lot of things happening that’s so vague? Could we maybe TRY to not be ominous, guys??, It’s going to be ominous no matter what we say, so who cares so we need time to best prepare for you all. We will greet you properly soon, so please make yourselves at home! There are a lot of places to explore, and the kitchen has a lot of delicious food. Please don’t be shy, but also, don’t damage anything. It’s a little inconvenient. They’re going to do it just because you sound so fucking whiny. I’m sorry oh this is how you write somewhere else. Please do not fight or do. We don’t control your life choices. No please do not fight how do i make an exclamation mark maybe we should’ve gotten someone else to write the draft of the message? No offense. I’m sorry Sorry stop apologizing. No one else volunteered. Maybe we’ll luck out and none of them know how to read Thank you for your time! We’ll see you soon. Also, we promise you haven’t been kidnapped or anything! Oh dear. I don’t know if this is going to be edited, so if it isn’t, then I do apologize to the participants for our lack of organization. We’re doing our best! Probably. Er, what? Unfortunately, it seems as though that's the only info they're given for now. In the meantime, why not explore the surrounding area? A number of buildings are locked, and the Planetarium appears to be closed, but there's enough to keep the characters occupied for a day or two. They might even want to get to know their fellow "participants" better, while they're at it.

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[maidforservice]

[heehee]

As you'd like.

[steps aside at the sink to make room for Ange]

[lecarre]

[And so she joins Sharon at the sink to start washing dishes. She is more competent at dish washing than most of the things she has done thus far today.]

Now, let's see... my classmates. Oh...! I know. There is one classmate of mine, Miss Chiako. She's an exchange student from Japan of all places. It is so far away, I cannot imagine. She is so brave, going so far away for school!

[maidforservice]

[good job Ange you are useful after all!!]

Japan?

[the fuck is a Japan]

[lecarre]

Yes! It is a country to the far east...! We barely have any contact with them, in truth, so--

[A beat.]

Ah, oh. Has... nobody spoken to you about how we are from different--um, worlds or timelines yet?

[Ange has had this experience already.]

[maidforservice]

[hmmm]

I have heard one person mention the concept, but I haven't spoken to anyone about it in depth.

[lecarre]

I know it sounds like something out of some insane fantasy...

But even so, I've seen so many things that I simply cannot explain. There are people from other places from my own here.

[maidforservice]

[honestly she's seen so much weird shit that she'd believe it, so]

It may sound fantastical, but I don't believe any of us are in a position to be questioning it right now. Do you?

[lecarre]

... No, not at all.

There is too much I cannot explain. Perhaps we have all been dragged into a storybook, and that is why everything is so strange.

Either way... I cannot argue the possibilities.

[maidforservice]

[a tiny little sigh!]

I suppose in that case, adapting to our current circumstances is our only real choice.

[lecarre]

I have never considered myself particularly adaptable, but...

I will give it my best try...! I truly will. So... I hope I do not cause too much trouble for everyone.

[Ange sets aside the plates she's cleaned, one by one.]

[maidforservice]

[once they are dried, Sharon is carefully placing them back where they belong. TEAMWORK]

That's all anyone could ask from you, Miss Ange.

[lecarre]

[TEAMWORK.

Once those are put away, Ange dries off her hands and curtsies to Sharon properly.]

Thank you, Miss Sharon--for both the meal and the company. I truly do appreciate it.

[maidforservice]

You're quite welcome, Miss Ange.

[oh!]

In the end, you only told me about one of your classmates.

[lecarre]

Ah...! You are entirely right--I did not even notice, oops.

Um, let me tell you about Becky next, Miss Sharon! She is so funny--she's awfully clumsy but even despite that, she is very fierce and stern sometimes. It makes for a bit of a silly combination!

But even so, she is an incredibly loyal and steadfast friend.